A publishing company quickly responded to consumer claims that there was content that caused'sex role stereotypes' and drew attention.
On the 14th, a Twitter user posted a post pointing out that there is a problem with the explanation of Samho Music's piano book, criticizing "Is it necessary to distinguish between boys and girls even to teach music?"
"A boy who likes exciting songs"
"A girl who likes colorful and pretty songs"
Under this phrase used to describe each performance, "It's a song of a style that boys will love", "A unique and beautiful feeling. There was also an explanation that it was a song that girls would like."
As a result, thousands of netizens retweeted the article and sympathized with the problem, and there was a growing voice that textbooks for teaching children should not use expressions that tailor gender roles.
Recognizing this, the publisher quickly took action.
I contacted the netizen who raised the issue for the first time and apologized, saying, "We also agree with the teacher's opinion and deeply understand the need to change our perception of gender role stereotypes."
In addition, he promised that "Samho Music will work together to improve and develop the recognition of gender roles in the right direction," he said.
The publisher's sincere apology and quick feedback turned out to be a phone call.
In response to Samho Music's response, Netizen responded, saying, "Since you have given specific directions for improvement, I will have more faith and use (textbooks) for a long time."
As such, the traditional stereotypes of gender roles are still followed throughout society.
However, it is now a basic era for organizations or businesses to create content based on gender sensitivity.
There is a demand for an attitude of self-monitoring and studying so as not to go against the trend of the times, as well as providing genuine feedback with the will of change when citizens or consumers raise issues.
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(Photo ='pf_ryk' Twitter, Samho Music)